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Goulash Recipe

Hearty beef and macaroni skillet simmered in rich tomato sauce, seasoned simply, and finished with cheese for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/3 cup diced onion
  • 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes undrained
  • 28 ounces canned tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • Pinch of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound elbow macaroni cooked al dente
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optiona

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pan
  • Pot (for boiling pasta)
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the Pasta (if needed):
  2. If not already prepared, cook the macaroni to al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Brown the Beef:
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it begins to brown.
  5. Add Onion:
  6. When the beef is about halfway cooked, add the diced onion and continue cooking until beef is fully browned and onions are softened.
  7. Add Sauce Ingredients:
  8. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, butter, soy sauce, sugar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  9. Simmer:
  10. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes.
  11. Combine with Pasta:
  12. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and mix until evenly coated.
  13. Finish and Serve:
  14. Top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired and serve immediately.
  15. Cook pasta just until al dente to avoid mushy texture
  16. Adjust seasoning after simmering for best flavor
  17. Add a splash of water or broth if sauce thickens too much